I don't get Chrono24

Agreed, I don't find eBay any better( especially popular pre-owned brands, cheaper new most times)... Heard the tales of Huge Bargains, I mostly just see Huge markups. 💸. For the most part I find manufacturers sites ( with promos and sales)a and AD more than fair (not including Luxury brands, whole other conversation) 🤔

C24 takes a cut, so I've found prices need to be and can be negotiated, especially if you find the seller and pay outside of the system.

I have to be honest, I've had a good experience with C24. I saved a search for a rare Seiko last year and pounced when one came up at a good price. And when it arrived with a very, VERY stiff bezel, I asked the seller to give me 30€ for a new click spring before I released the full payment.

I've given up using eBay. One bad experience after another.

C24 is always has high list prices but I think their is some positives that dealing with sellers their are more trustworthy. Especially if engaging with overseas dealers.

But C24 also caters to the wealthy shopper and not necessarily collectors and enthusiasts.

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I do find more bargains on eBay - but c24 has a better range and most sellers seem ok with a haggle..

Chrono24 has been great for me. Find the right seller and negotiate accordingly. :)

They focus on luxury, buy I’ve found some good deals on entry level watches, specially coming from local dealers with fair pricing across Europe: Spain, Italy, France, Germany and Sweden.

You can negociate. When you decided on the watch shoot 20% under asking price. In this market you might get it. Shop around a bit I am sure you will find some deals

As a buyer and seller on Chrono24, I will usually look at the top, bottom and then equivalent watches to mine and price accordingly. I never buy or sell for the advertised price. You expect some negotiation. Unless many of the same

Model are going for overs and/or it’s rare they are probably expecting to sell it for less than RRP.

I’ve only had a positive experience on C24 and have picked up some bargains along the way. They’re not the only place to shop, so if I don’t find what I’m looking for at my preferred price I just look elsewhere. It always pays to shop around anyway.

This. Just like Uber Eats, platform cut is factored into the price.

Haven't used C24 yet.

Ebay on the other hand, used fairly often. Personally not had an issue, but I ask a lot of questions. More importantly I research, and read up on known possible QC issues before, so I know to ask about things. Bezel misalignment, bezel turning issues, color, etc.

I also put in a fair price after scanning r/watchexchange, ebay history, Joma, Amazon, WatchRecon, etc. If I get outbid or refused, I move on. I also live in the US, so no weird import shenanigans for affordable stuff.

Picked up a Dresskx, Seiko Solar 38.5, Seiko Lowercase Prospex Fieldmaster, Winfield MT-1, Tactical Frog FXD, Athaya Vintage Lamafa, TC-8 bronze diver (gift from wife). All arrived fine, in condition advertised and work flawlessly.

I won't buy a Helm on ebay. Sign up and wait. The value from a spec standpoint is worth the above retail price for sure. However, the thing I love about my Helm's is how crazy good they are at the MSRP. I don't get why you'd want to pay 2x for something, when you can sign up on the wait-list and eventually, with no funny games, get your new, unworn Helm at MSRP.

I think Chrono24 is a great 😌 starting place. They have a huge selection and a large inventory of all types of watches. For the most part it’s a safe and secure place to shop. It’s a great place for reference or hard to find pieces. If your looking for a fair deal Chrono24 works well. With that being said, You can find better deals if you shop around. I’ve tried but have never made a deal on Chono24.

As for watch buying online, it’s a free for all just like anything else. Their trying to get most and your trying to pay the least. I believe buying a watch is the same as anything else. Make the deal your comfortable with and never look back.